Empowering Your Journey

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"Hello, I'm Kerry McCarter. At Affinity Counseling Service, I offer a compassionate and holistic approach to therapy for individuals and couples facing life's challenges. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, I'm dedicated to helping adults (18+) navigate anxiety, depression, PTSD, burnout, secondary trauma and more.

Get to Know Me

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My Approach

Anxiety, stress, trauma, burnout, depression? I offer a safe, healing space. Using proven methods, I guide individuals & couples to build resilience, manage symptoms, & align with values. 
My approach is grounded in proven methods. I empower clients with tools to decrease symptoms and build resilience. If you experience anxiety, the effects of trauma, depression, or ongoing stress, I can assist you in developing skills, coping mechanisms, and tools. I offer compassionate therapy for individuals and couples navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, burnout and depression. Embark on a journey to rediscover inner strength & a brighter future.

Personal Interests 

In my free time, I enjoy embarking on adventures with my husband and four children. A fun fact about me is that I co-created the “Gottman Couples Retreat Boardgame”. My philosophy revolves around cultivating adventure and wellness while nurturing relationships. I also enjoy hiking, mountaineering, running, and downhill skiing. Spending time in the outdoors.

I summited: Mt Rainer, Mt Hood, Mt Baker, Mt Saint Helens, Mt Cruiser, Mt Shasta, Mt Adams.

I have completed a full marathon and five half marathons. 

Educational Background

I earned my Master of Social Work at the University of Washington, with a concentration in mental health (graduated 2018). My healthcare journey began in the Pacific Northwest, where I spent time climbing mountains and working as an emergency medical technician. Later, I pursued a Bachelor’s degree in nursing from Northwest University (graduated 2006) and gained invaluable experience in the cardiology unit at Virginia Mason, as well as the oncology and intensive care units (ICU) at UW Medical Center. I am also a Board Certified Registered Nurse Health Coach.

Areas of Training

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness techniques
  • Brainspotting
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD
  • Gottman Method for couples
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples and individuals
  • Relational-based, attachment-based approaches for resolving issues of relationship distress, depression, trauma, and anxiety.
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Connect with Me

If you're ready to embark on your journey toward growth and healing, I'm here to support you every step of the way. Let's begin this transformative process together. Get in touch with me today.

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